The production will hold a national casting search for girls 9-11 years old to fill the role originated by Melissa Gilbert.

Chamberlain became an instant favorite with teenage girls as the compassionate physician on the TV series that aired from 1961 to 1966.

Scour social media pages, and you’ll find moms and dads recommending shows like Little Bear, Arthur and Clifford the Big Red Dog for kids to watch. These programs, which first aired in the 1990s or ...